Daily
Yakima
Sunday, July 13th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Selah Ridge Lavender Farm is marking its 25th anniversary with a three-day lavender harvest festival that ends today. The event features a lavender labyrinth, local vendor booths, and a prize challenge (visitors count the plants for a grant) as co-owner Adele Kilseimer noted the community’s strong support. NonStopLocal
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters battled a wildland fire near Wapato Saturday afternoon with crews from Yakima County Fire District 5, Granger and the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs—smoke from the blaze was seen along U.S. 97 and no size or containment estimates were available. Yakima Herald-Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wine Time Yakima is a new interview series on YouTube that airs every Saturday at 7:00 p.m. In the second episode, County Commissioner Amanda McKinney met with a reporter at the Yakima Visitor's Center to share her journey from growing up near the Columbia River to her election in 2020—showing her commitment to community service. KIMA
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Prog Project
7-11 p.m. — Bearded Monkey Music — Ticket info TBA — Experience an all-star lineup recreating the best prog rock hits of the last 50 years.
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Summer Kids Art Workshop – Enchanted Creatures
9 a.m. - 12 p.m. — Creative Yakima — $230 — A magical art camp where children explore the world of dragons, wizards, and fairies through art projects.
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Vintiques Northwest Nationals
8 a.m. — State Fair Park — Admission cost varies — Experience a showcase of vintage vehicles in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Summer Battle Wrestling in Yakima
6 PM — La Rumba Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night of live wrestling action and excitement with top stars in the ring.
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Paint and Sip Night
6-8 p.m. — Hoops — Ticket required — Enjoy food and drinks while painting to your favorite 80’s & 90’s music.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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